John moved from Montana at age 2. He was a US Army veteran and proudly served his country during World War II. He was a Gideon, active at Third Christian Reformed Church serving as deacon and elder. He was involved in many community organizations. John was employed by Prudential Insurance for 31 years.

Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Sunday, October 15, 2017 at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State Street, Zeeland. The funeral service with military honors will be 11 a.m. Monday at Third Christian Reformed Church, 10 West Central Avenue, Zeeland. Interment will be in Zeeland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Zeeland Christian School, Holland Christian School, Gideons International or the Holland Rescue Mission. www.yntemafh.com